The correct answer is (c).
Order X Rule 2 of the Civil Procedure Code states that “The plaintiff or defendant may, at any time before the hearing of the suit, examine any other party or any witness on any matter relevant to the issue.” This means that the object of oral examination is to record evidence and to secure admissions.
Evidence is information that is presented to a court to prove or disprove a fact. Admissions are statements made by a party that are against their own interest. Both evidence and admissions can be used to support a party’s case.
In addition to recording evidence and securing admissions, oral examination can also be used to elucidate the matter in controversy in the suit. This means that oral examination can be used to clarify the issues that are in dispute between the parties. By clarifying the issues, the parties can better understand each other’s positions and may be able to reach a settlement.
Therefore, the object of oral examination under Order X Rule 2 of the Civil Procedure Code is to record evidence, to secure admissions, and to elucidate the matter in controversy in the suit.